My, What Big Teeth You Have !!

The October meeting of the Northern New Jersey Great Dane Club was held last night at Animal Emergency & Referral Associates. Dr. Kristin Walker, Director of Dentistry & Oral Surgery, presented a lecture that covered an overview of dog dental care and highlights of dental diseases that are prevalent in large breed dogs.

After reviewing the basic anatomy and physiology of canine dentition, she discussed proper oral hygiene and the prevention of dental disease. There was a great interest in the pros and cons of various chew toys for dogs. Other topics that were discussed were: tooth trauma - causes and corrections, tooth eruption abnormalities and malocclusions (misaligned bite) - options for resolution including orthodontics, and the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant oral cancers.

The Northern New Jersey Great Dane Club is a group of professionals and amateurs who simply love Great Danes. The club is dedicated to promoting the health and welfare of the breed by supporting quality breeding, owner responsibility and commitment, and public education. You can find out more about the club and the breed at NNJGDC.